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FMH 616V

1980 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,562 mi
Last recorded6,562 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2008
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMH 616V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2008 6,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 6,562 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 5,950 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2005 5,950 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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FMH 616V is a 1980 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMH 616V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FMH 616V?

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What year was FMH 616V registered?

FMH 616V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 8 May 1980.

Is FMH 616V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMH 616V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMH 616V have outstanding finance?

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